Meta-Analysis: Impact of Sustainable Development on Pedagogical Approaches in Education

Abstract

Sustainable development in education system can lead towards an innovative and productive world.  In this study, meta-analytical approach is used to provide key themes of education for sustainable development (ESD), its basic competencies, and pedagogies. The main agenda of ESD is to achieve the goals of sustainable development (SD) by 2030. This review article focuses on an educational perspective that strengthens the educational institutions and empowers all the stakeholders. The current study shows the practices of last ten years to manifest that sustainable development is a significant tool in education. The primary focus of SD is to ensure advancement in the field of skill development. By following this process, teaching becomes constructive and meaningful. In this study, the meta-analysis research method is followed, reporting the analysis of more than sixty (60) research articles. The results and findings were interpreted through a screening process. The results showed that there is a positive and significant effect of sustainable development in the domain of education. Therefore, ESD competencies and pedagogies validate the performance of teachers, students, and all the stakeholders who desire to attain expertise in their respective practices.